Nine-time champion Novak Djokovic could miss Australian Open over vaccine stance

Djokovic refused to reveal his vaccination status but implied the announcement made it less likely he would compete

Novak Djokovic has cast doubt over his appearance at next year’s Australian Open (Simon Bruty/PA)

Novak Djokovic has expressed doubts over playing in the Australian Open in January after officials said unvaccinated players are unlikely to be allowed to enter the country for the event.

The 34-year-old, a record nine-time champion in Melbourne, refused to reveal his vaccination status but implied the announcement made it less likely he would compete.